一、Part I　Writing (30 minutes)1. Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a letter to express your thanks to one of your friends who helped you most when you were in difficulty. You should write at least120 words but no more than 180 words.

本篇作文考查应用文——书信的写作。本道试题要求考生写一封感谢信给一个朋友，就你曾身处困境时他给你提供过的帮助进行感谢。考生在写作时，首先应开门见山，表明写信目的。其次说明感谢理由。最后总结展望，表述希望友谊长存的愿望。
【闪光词汇】
①splendid [ˈsplendɪd] adj. 杰出的，辉煌的
②thoroughly [ˈθʌrəli] adv. 彻底地，完全地
③cordial[ˈkɔ:diəl] adj.热诚的，诚恳的
④timely[ˈtaɪmli] adj.适时的，及时的
⑤engrave [ɪnˈgreɪv] v.（使）铭记，深印于（心上）；雕刻，镌刻
【经典句型】
1. It is because of your encouragement that I can keep the direction and stick to my goal, which is the surest way to success正是因为你，我才能坚持我的发现和目标，这是通往成功最可靠的方法。
2. Just as the old saying goes, the misfortune tests the sincerity of friends. 古话说得好，患难见真情。
3. Here I give my most cordial thanks for your timely help which will be engraved in my mind.这里我为你对我及时的帮助给予诚挚的感谢，这些将会深深铭刻在我的心里。